Histology TechnicianFull-Time3rd ShiftRosemont

Full-time 3rd shift hours Monday - Friday 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.

Pay Range

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures specimens are properly accessioned labeled and suitable for testing. Cuts quality tissue sections with proper thickness as determined by tissue type and places properly on glass slides.
• Embeds tissue into paraffin blocks. Maintains a filing system for paraffin tissue blocks slides and wet tissue.
• Processes tissue using processors to ensure full preservation and infiltration by paraffin.
• Performs routine and special stains immunohistochemistry cover slipping verification and distribution of slides.
• Retrieves and prints computer logs. Manages daily workflow for recuts special stains immunohistochemistry control slides and send-outs according to established protocols.
• Performs and documents quality control. Evaluates quality control results and takes corrective action under the guidance of key operators technical specialists or supervisor.
• Performs and documents cleaning maintenance troubleshooting and repair of instruments and equipment.
• Assists pathologists during frozen section procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all accrediting agency standards.
• Provides assistance to pathologists externs and other team members.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• License/Registration/Certification Required: n/a
• Education Required: Advanced Training beyond High School in a science related field.
• Experience Required: No experience required.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of human anatomy.
• Must be detail oriented and have good organizational and communication skills.
• Must know how to safely handle sharp instruments.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Must be able to problem solve.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Sits and stands the majority of the workday as well as walks lifts squats bends and twists throughout.
• Frequently lifts up to 10 lbs. Will occasionally be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May be exposed to mechanical electrical chemical explosive radioactive and infectious agents.
• Will be exposed to human blood body fluids and tissue.
• Must wear appropriate lab coat gloves gowns and eye and face protection as needed.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
  
  
  

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program